Predictors of repeat Chlamydia trachomatis infections diagnosed by DNA amplification testing among inner city females
Open Access
- 1 February 2001
- journal article
- Published by BMJ in Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Vol. 77 (1) , 26-32
- https://doi.org/10.1136/sti.77.1.26
Abstract
Objective: To describe the epidemiology of prevalent and incident chlamydia infection in order to assess the appropriate interval for chlamydia screening; and to identify risk factors predictive of infection and repeat infections. Design: Prospective longitudinal study of a consecutive sample of 3860 sexually active females aged 12–60 years tested for C trachomatis by polymerase chain reaction in Baltimore City clinics during 11 904 patient visits over a 33 month period. Results: Chlamydia prevalence, incidence, and frequency to diagnosis of infection varied by age. Among 2073 females Conclusions: Since a high burden of chlamydia was found among mostly asymptomatic females <25 years in a spectrum of clinical settings, we recommend chlamydia screening for all sexually active females <25 years at least twice yearly.Keywords
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